The January 2011 FDA Patient Safety News is now available...

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Title: The January 2011 FDA Patient Safety News is now available...
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You can find more information about FDA Patient Safety News, and watch or download the video program on our web site (http://www.fda.gov/psn).  Stories in the January 2011 edition include:

 

Update on Atypical Femur Fracture Risk with Bisphosphonates

Healthcare professionals should advise patients to seek medical attention if they experience new groin or thigh pain…

 

Recall of Actavis Fentanyl Patches

The recall covers 25 mcg/hour patches from certain lots…

 

New Precaution when Calculating Carboplatin Doses

When GFR is estimated based on serum creatinine using the IDMS method, the carboplatin dose should be capped…

 

Update on Radiation Overdoses from CT Perfusion

FDA has expanded its December 2009 recommendations on how radiology personnel can help avoid overexposures…

 

Diabetes/Cardiovascular Risk with Prostate Cancer Drugs

Healthcare professionals should carefully weigh the benefits and risks of GnRH agonists when deciding on treatment for prostate cancer…

 

New Pediatric Dosing Recommendations for Valcyte
Dosing change made to help prevent potential overdosing in certain pediatric patients…

 

Alarming Monitor Problems

FDA recommendations to avoid alarm-related patient injuries and fatalities… 

 

Avoiding Patient Injuries with Resectoscopes

Check the user manual for specific instructions on how to properly assemble these devices…

 

Stop Using Hyland’s Teething Tablets

FDA has received reports of children who've experienced serious harmful effects after being given these tablets…

 

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